Groundskeeping Lead - Alabama A&M- Grounds

Aramark Facilities Management is hiring a Groundskeeping Lead to help maintain the appearance and safety of the grounds at Alabama A&M University in Huntsville, Alabama. In this hands-on landscaping and grounds maintenance leadership role, you'll lead a small crew, complete quality inspections, and ensure campus grounds are maintained to a high standard. Daily work includes mowing, trimming, planting, leaf removal, landscape upkeep, and operating commercial groundskeeping equipment. This position is ideal for an experienced landscaper, groundskeeper, or lawn maintenance professional who takes pride in detail-oriented work and can motivate a team to meet weekly goals. The schedule is typically Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with occasional Saturdays as needed. If you're dependable, safety-focused, and enjoy working outdoors, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a small groundskeeping crew to complete weekly landscaping and campus beautification goals
• Inspect completed work to ensure appearance, quality, and safety standards are met
• Perform landscaping and grounds maintenance tasks including mowing, trimming, edging, planting, weeding, fertilizing, leaf removal, and debris cleanup
• Maintain the appearance of sidewalks, parking lots, walkways, athletic areas, and campus common spaces
• Operate landscaping equipment such as commercial mowers, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, blowers, sprayers, chainsaws, and other power tools
• Drive trucks, utility vehicles, tractors, and equipment used in grounds maintenance operations
• Assist with seasonal duties including storm cleanup, salting, snow removal, and ice management when required
• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and minor repairs on groundskeeping equipment and tools
• Train and support new team members on proper work methods, equipment usage, and safety procedures
• Monitor landscaping conditions and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, appearance, and service quality
• Follow all safety guidelines, PPE requirements, and company procedures
• Report equipment issues, hazards, and maintenance concerns to management promptly
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the year

Qualifications

Required
• 2-3 years of landscaping, groundskeeping, lawn maintenance, horticulture, or related outdoor maintenance experience
• Previous experience leading a crew, assigning work, or overseeing daily tasks
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Experience operating commercial landscaping equipment and power tools
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
• Ability to communicate clearly with team members and supervisors
• Reliable attendance and punctuality with the ability to report to work on time daily
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to lift, push, pull, bend, walk, and stand for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and other weather conditions
• Ability to follow safety policies and wear required PPE
Preferred
• Experience maintaining college campuses, parks, municipal properties, or large commercial landscapes
• Basic knowledge of landscape design, plant care, irrigation, or turf maintenance
• Experience conducting quality inspections or grounds audits
• Experience operating tractors and attachments used for grounds maintenance

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